Leatherman 64230103K Micra Pocket Multi-Tool , Red

by Leatherman

Product Description

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Leatherman's Micra -- a Tiny Classic

The Leatherman Micra multitool is crafted from 100-percent stainless steel, engineered to the optimum hardness for each individual tool. At a mere 2-1/2 inches when folded closed, this wee masterpiece offers super-sharp spring-action scissors, along with nine additional personal-care features. It's just the right size for key rings or belt loops, so it's always right at hand for speedy access and quick fixes.

Don't let the size fool you. The Micra is tough, sturdy, and truly unique. Good things come in small packages, and this amazing little tool is no exception. It comes in a variety of colors to suit your personal style, or a standard brushed stainless steel finish (this model). This useful item makes a superb stocking stuffer, birthday surprise, or thoughtful present for any occasion.

The Micra comes in an assortment of colors to suit your personal style.

Tools Featured in this Model:

• Scissors
• Clip-point knife
• Tweezers
• Nail file / cleaner
• Flat Phillips screwdriver
• Extra small screwdriver
• Medium screwdriver
• Bottle Opener
• Ruler (inch / metric)
• Lanyard attachment

User Features

When using the scissors, you'll first grip the handles at the thicker ends and swing them open. At first you will notice a bit of resistance, due to the spring mechanism that controls the scissors. To close them, simply reverse the procedure.

To navigate the blades, just open the handles. Then it's easy to use the nail nick to rotate out a single blade. Once the blade is open, all you have to do is close both handles to take advantage of the Posi-Stop feature. Should a blade accidentally start to close, that blade will be stopped by the opposite handle -- for an added measure of strength and safety. For further stability, the Micra has two small tabs inside the handles that interlock when the handles are closed.

The Micra comes with a stainless steel split ring that will allow the tool to be attached to any key chain or lanyard. Or, if you prefer, the split ring can be completely removed and the fixed attachment point can be easily folded inside the tool.

Warranty

All Leatherman products are covered by a 25-year limited warranty. If within 25 years from the purchase date of your genuine Leatherman tool you find any defect in material or workmanship, you can count on the manufacturer to make it right with fast warranty service. To obtain warranty service, return your tool to Leatherman Tool Group. Depending on the tool defect, they will decide whether to repair your tool or replace it with a product of equal or greater value. No variations, upgrades or refunds are offered.

The Leatherman Tool Group and its History of Quality

In 1975, Leatherman Tool Group founder Tim Leatherman was inspired by leaky pipes and a cranky car on a budget trip to Europe -- and thus the idea for his first pocket survival tool was conceived. Since then, Leatherman has become an internationally recognized company with hundreds of employees and a wide variety of durable, versatile, stylish products. Created with bold designs and truly rugged construction, Leatherman products are a perfect addition for tool kits, emergency sets, and glove compartments everywhere.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 0.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007UQ18S
• Item model number: 64230103K
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #128,566 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Micra vs Squirt, November 8, 2006

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T. Hurst "hursty" (Iowa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Leatherman 64230103K Micra Pocket Multi-Tool , Red (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've owned my Squirt mine attached to my keys for about 3 years and it is still going strong. I have the "S4" version with the scissors instead of pliers. When I saw that someone said the Micra was a better value, I had to come to the defense of the Squirt. Take it from someone who knows, the Squirt far surpasses the value of the Micra. I had gone through 2 Micras before I found the Squirt.

--Scissors Spring--
Micra - After a month or two it was so gummed up that the scissors would stay shut and would not open on their own. This was main reason I went through them so fast.
Squirt - Still springing after years, much more force behind this one.

--Scissor Grip--
Micra - When doing some serious cutting, the sharp metal frame and tools will start to slice into your hand.
Squirt - Thicker frame to house the tools on the outside lessens so it will not hurt your hand.

--Paint--
Micra - Start to flake and chip off after a month or so. (If you had to get one, get the stainless steel finish)
Squirt - Storm gray paint has scratched off but no big flakes like the Micra. The paint is bound to go through some serious wear and tear when on a keychain so some scratches are to be expected.

--Size--
Micra - Small
Squirt - Smaller

If you were thinking of getting the Micra, spend the extra 5 bucks and get a knife that is 5 times better.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well made replacement for my Swiss, December 8, 2007

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Andrew A. Wang - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Leatherman 64230103K Micra Pocket Multi-Tool , Red (Tools & Home Improvement)

I used to have a Swiss Army-Victorinox Classic SD Pocket Knife on my keychain, but it has been superbly replaced by the Leatherman Micra. It is bigger than the Swiss, but the scissors (what I mainly used my Swiss for) are much bigger and easier to use on the Micra. It also packs in three different sizes of screwdrivers and a bottle opener, which my Swiss didn't have, and I really like the locking design (no more worries about things folding up while in use!).

The ruler is fairly useless though, as it is covered by polycabonate and is hard to read. The casing is starting to get scratched by my keys as well, but that is to be expected.

Spray a little WD-40 into it if you want to loosen up the joints, it makes it much easier to unfold the different tools.

Pros:
-Big scissors
-Lots of functionality
-Compact design
-Tools lock into place
-Durable

Cons:
-Ruler is small and hard to read because of the casing

2.0 out of 5 stars Love the tool, but it doesn't last., November 2, 2009

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Lucas Scharf (Urbana, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Leatherman 64230103K Micra Pocket Multi-Tool , Red (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love the tool -- being able to open packages easily, strip wires, tighten screws, and open bottles is handy. This tool has exactly the right mix of blades and built-in scissors for my purposes.

I've owned several tools like this over the last 12 years, and each one I've owned has worn out faster than the last. I've only had this knife 8 months, and the scissors are dull and barely work anymore, and there's a lot of play throughout the rest of the knife. It doesn't look like I can reasonably disassemble the knife to sharpen the scissor-blades (they're hinged by a rivet), or tighten up the play. Maybe if I learn some more machinist-skills, I'll be able to do it.

Anyway, I wish I could find a knife exactly like this that would last for years -- or a knife like this one where I could disassemble it and service/replace parts that are worn out.